SAP, a global leader in enterprise software solutions, is once again set to host its highly anticipated annual event tailored for SMEs – the SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024.
For over a decade, SAP Partner events have served as cornerstone gatherings within the business realm, fostering collaboration among technology experts SAP partners, and SMEs from diverse industries.
In 2023 itself SAP Partner Summit for SME 2023 has witnessed 1868 participants and have proven instrumental in exploring cutting-edge innovations, strategic approaches, and optimal practices conducive to the sustained growth and prosperity of SMEs.
The SME landscape boasts a staggering 33.2 million businesses, a number continually surging with each passing year, in the US itself. Despite this exponential growth, many SMEs grapple with the challenges of technological adoption, access to pertinent information, and insights essential for managing and expanding their operations effectively.
Hence, the SAP Partner Summit for SME emerges as an indispensable platform, offering a comprehensive array of informative and actionable sessions.
From enlightening keynote addresses to interactive breakout sessions, immersive workshops, and hands-on demonstrations, attendees are poised to glean invaluable insights tailored to their unique business needs.
For APPSeCONNECT, the SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024 has not only been just about learning, but also an excellent opportunity to gain insights and network with the buzzing SAP community.
SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024 – Phoenix
The SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024 in Phoenix was held from 10 – 12th April 2024 at the Phoenix Convention Center – one of the most beautiful and sophisticated convention centers in the United States. It interconnected campus including three ballrooms, 99 meeting/breakout rooms, a 2,300-seat performance hall and an Executive Conference Center add on to the grandeur of the venue.
The event kicked off with an electrifying start in Phoenix, featuring Rainer Zinow, Senior VP of Product Management for SMEs, who set the tone with insights and updates on driving the ERP journey for SMEs together.
Claus Gruenewald, Global Ecosystem Lead SAP ERP Cloud, shared their core ideology of “Partners First” and “with Partner Only,” SAP reaffirmed its commitment to prioritizing its partners’ success. He stressed the importance of placing the Business Technology Platform at the center of business strategy to drive growth and highlighted SAP’s unwavering support for SMEs, positioning the platform as a catalyst for their success.
As the summit unfolds, here’s a glimpse of what went on!
#1 – SAP Business One – Cloud Future
One key focus of this summit has been the evolution of SAP Business One into a cloud-centric solution, catering to the needs of the lower mid-market segment and small businesses.
With the cloud’s scalability and efficiency, SAP aims to empower SMEs with enhanced operational capabilities and growth opportunities.
#2 – SAP Business Technology Platform
SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024 showcased the expanded capabilities of the SAP Business Technology Platform, leveraging cloud-native technologies to support customers’ growth and facilitate comprehensive business transformations. These advancements reinforced SAP’s commitment to empowering SMEs with cutting-edge solutions.
SAP’s Build Strategy tailored for SMEs took the center stage, offering insights into best practices such as SAP Build Process Automation, SAP Build Apps, and SAP Build Work Zone.
#3 – SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition
The introduction of SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition promised to address the diverse needs of businesses, from large enterprises to the upper mid-market segment. This comprehensive ERP solution enables agility, scalability, and efficiency across organizational sizes and complexities.
#4 – SAP Generative AI Assistant
The attendees also got the opportunity to witness the unveiling of “Joule” – SAP’s innovative generative AI assistant.
#5 – GROW with SAP
The summit will also showcase “GROW with SAP,” a transformative digital experience tailored to meet the evolving needs of today’s businesses. Combining innovation and accessibility, GROW with SAP empowers organizations to thrive in the digital era.
Breakout Sessions
Attendees had the opportunity to explore the game-changing power of MyWave for SAP Business One, an innovative interaction layer that combines LLM with guided business processes. MyWave.AI GenAI serves as a personal co-pilot, enhancing efficiency within SAP Business One operations.
APPSeCONNECT at SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024 – Phoenix
Team APPSeCONNECT was thrilled to be part of the SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024 held in Phoenix from April 10th to 12th. Represented by Shailendu Verma, Co-founder of APPSeCONNECT, our team had an enriching experience showcasing our expertise and solutions to a diverse audience.
As an SSP sponsor at the summit, APPSeCONNECT had a prominent presence with our booth in the bustling networking area. It was a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with long-standing partners, forge new connections, and engage with industry peers.
Among the familiar faces we met were Paulo Almeida, Carl, one of our esteemed long-standing connections. It was a pleasure to connect with Senthil from Savic, adding to the camaraderie of the event.
The summit offered us the privilege of interacting with top SAP leaders, providing valuable insights and opportunities for learning.
One of the highlights was our engaging discussion with our partner ECS on SAP Integration, where we explored collaboration opportunities and synergies.
In addition to networking and discussions, we took the initiative to create personalized videos for our partners, leaving a lasting impression.
David Gurvis from ECS expressed his appreciation, stating,
“Shailendu showed me your video. That was incredible and very heartwarming. I am working on more opportunities and want APPSeCONNECT to be our partner for all integration.”
The SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024 was indeed a fruitful and rewarding experience for Team APPSeCONNECT, reinforcing our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in SAP integration solutions.
APPSeCONNECT at SAP Partner Summit 2024 for SME – Madrid
APPSeCONNECT is looking forward to attending the upcoming SAP Partner Summit for SME 2024 in Madrid, scheduled from April 23rd to 25th, 2024. As we gear up for the event, we eagerly anticipate reconnecting with our esteemed partners and fostering new connections within the vibrant SAP community. Don’t miss the opportunity to catch up with Subhajit Goswami, our VP of Sales, at the summit!
Closing Notes – APPSeCONNECT at SAP Partner Summit 2024 for SME
The strategic partnership between SAP and APPSeCONNECT dates back to 2022, originating from our past association in the SAP SMB Innovation Summit in Manila. Over a decade of leadership association with SAP has solidified our commitment to innovation and collaboration within the SAP ecosystem.
The recent SAP Partner Summit for SME showcased APPSeCONNECT’s integration platform, emphasizing its role in streamlining operations by connecting SAP systems with other applications.
By joining the APPSeCONNECT Partner Program, partners gain access to a robust platform for seamless SAP integration and business process automation. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to accelerate your success in the SAP ecosystem – sign up today and embark on a journey of innovation and growth with APPSeCONNECT!
